Author Archives: Naomi Wolowitz

Ultra-high-net-worth individuals with estates valued above the $13.99 million estate-tax lifetime-exclusion amount in 2025 (or $27.98 million for married couples filing joint tax returns) have several opportunities to reduce their estate tax liabilities at death while preserving wealth for future generations while they are alive. Give Multiple Gifts During Life. Making annual exclusion gifts enables […]

Caring for a family member with a physical, intellectual or emotional disability can be costly. Everyday expenses can include food and shelter, specialized medications, assistive devices, special education, transportation, at-home nursing care, and much more. Over time, these expenses will almost certainly increase. Families must engage in advanced planning to ensure that a loved one […]

Starting a small business can be an exciting venture for anyone seeking career and financial independence. However, the planning and processes required to achieve those goals can be daunting. Entrepreneurs must consider how they will make money today and save enough to ensure a successful retirement for themselves in the future. One option to consider […]

Asset diversification is an investment strategy designed to help investors minimize exposure to market volatility while attempting to maximize opportunities for high returns over the long term. While diversifying assets does not guarantee any investment objective will be met, spreading out investable dollars over a diverse mix of stocks, bonds, cash and other assets could […]

Market downturns can be unsettling, but they also present opportunities for long-term investors. In this episode, the South Florida Finance Guys explore the contrasting mindsets of young investors who are steadily saving for the future and those nearing financial milestones, such as retirement. We also discuss key behavioral finance concepts that often mislead investors, hindering […]

One of the many things individuals learned from the pandemic is that the unexpected can happen, and the best way to be prepared is to have a plan in place that meets your evolving circumstances. It is wise to proactively take stock of your physical and financial health throughout various stages of life and consider […]

The U.S. housing market is facing one of the most challenging times in recent history. The shortage of housing supply has led to record-high prices and limited options, pushing home affordability further out of reach for many. But what caused this shortfall, and why is it so hard to fix? In this episode, we’ll delve […]

The SECURE Act’s elimination of stretch IRAs poses a challenge to many high-net-worth account owners who had hoped to pass their savings to the next generation and allow inheritances to continue growing tax-free over beneficiaries’ lifetimes. Under the law, non-spouse IRA beneficiaries must withdraw the entirety of inherited IRA accounts within 10 years of the […]

In today’s episode, the South Florida Finance Guys explore the dynamic forces that are transforming the future of our energy grid. As AI continues to evolve and the demand for clean energy grows, utilities and energy providers are compelled to rethink the technologies that sustain our modern way of life. Tune in to understand how […]

Converting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA can be a smart option for individuals seeking tax-free growth and the flexibility to take tax-free withdrawals in retirement or pass their savings to future generations free of federal income tax. However, employing this strategy contains significant financial implications that individuals must address and carefully plan for […]